U.S. Rep. Mike McIntyre, D-Lumberton, will present a $1 million check Wednesday morning to the Leland Fire and Rescue Department. The federal dollars will help 22 of the 23 county fire departments improve their communications systems. The federal grant is being matched with $360,000 from Brunswick County. The event is at Leland Fire and Rescue, 1004 Village Road, Leland, according to a news release. At noon, McIntyre will make opening remarks at the Brunswick Senior Games at 6420 Ocean Highway… Read More »

Bills filed in the N.C. House would require payment of taxes before recording deeds on property transfers in Brunswick County and limit the number of terms for the House and Senate leaders.… Read More »

Ben David was sworn in for another four-year term as District Attorney for New Hanover and Pender counties on Thursday. His twin brother Jon becomes the head prosecutor for Brunswick, Columbus and Bladen counties next month. … Read More »

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Watchful eyes on government and politics in the Cape Fear region, with a focus on government spending. Raleigh bureau reporter Molly Parker, city of Wilmington reporter Julian March and New Hanover County reporter Ashley Withers contribute to this blog.